How to Crochet the Crossed Double Crochet Stitch

Hey there!

Today’s stitch tutorial is about the Crossed Double Crochet stitch. This stitch uses double crochet stitches to make a lightly textured fabric that is stunning. It is a great way to explore crochet and start playing with stitch placement. Since there is a skipped stitch that you work back into.

Let’s dive in! You can also find the video tutorial on my YouTube Channel.

Things to know about the Crossed Double Crochet Stitch.

• It is worked in a multiple of 2 plus 1.

• It is a two row repeat.

• It uses regular double crochet stitches.

• It is best to keep your tension a little loose on the crossed stitch.

Abbreviations:

Ch: Chain

Dc: Double Crochet

Rep: Repeat

Sc: Single Crochet

Sk: Skip

St: Stitch

Yo: Yarn Over

Special Stitches/Techniques:

Crossed Dc: Crossed Double Crochet:

1. Yarn over and insert hook into skipped stitch, (yarn over and pull through 2 loops) two times to complete a Dc.

Ch in a multiple of 2 plus 1 for the Ch.

Row 1: In the second Ch from the hook Sc, Sc across, turn.

Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as Dc), [Sk 1, Dc, Crossed Dc] Rep until last St, Dc, turn.

Row 3: Sc across, turn

Rep Rows 2-3 until desired size met.

This stitch would be great for any crochet

project. It has a subtle texture and a beautiful openness to the stitches. I hope you found this helpful and it opens your eyes to a new stitch to enhance your crochet journey.

Happy hooking!